TROUBLESHOOTING
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair
If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service center.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this would invalidate the guarantee.
Problem Possible cause Solution
Power button does not work [LOCK] switch is activated Switch off the [LOCK] function
No sound VOLUME is not adjusted
Headphones are connected
Batteries are exhausted
Batteries are incorrectly inserted
Mains lead is not securely
connected
Adjust the VOLUME
Disconnect headphones
Insert fresh batteries
Insert the batteries correctly
Connect the mains lead properly
Poor sound quality Batteries are nearly exhausted Insert fresh batteries or use a mains adapter
Poor radio reception
Weak radio aerial signal
Interference by the vicinity of
electrical equipment like TVs,
video recorders, computers,
thermostats, fluorescent lamps
(TL) engines, etc.
Aim the aerial for best reception:
FM: incline and rotate telescopic aerial
MW: rotate the entire set
SW: extend telescopic aerial vertically
Keep the set away from electrical equipment
Alarm does not function Alarm time is not adjusted
Headphones are connected
Adjust the alarm time
Disconnect the headphones
Set does not react to operation
of any button Electrostatic discharge
[LOCK] switch is activated
Switch off the set, disconnect the mains plug,
reconnect after a few seconds.
Switch off the [LOCK] function
Malfunctioning and losing time
settings and preset radio
stations
Continued operation with weak
batteries 1 Remove the batteries
2 Press a paper clip through the [RESET] hole.
3 Insert fresh batteries
4 Readjust the time settings and the preset
stations
Advice: Set the [LOCK] switch to ON when
packing the set or putting it away.